WAt Benjamabopit
Dusitwanaram
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MODERN BANGKOK TOUR
code: KS-6
Daily
by private transport at 08.30 a.m. or 01.30 p.m. duration: 3 hours
Daily
by coach at 08.30 a.m.
The Wat Benchamabopitr is
the best example of classic-modern Thai architecture; it is also known as
the Marble Temple; within its premises we shall see a replica of the
beautiful Phra Chinaraj Image
form
the Sukothai period and in its courtyard numerous Buddhas in different
postures.
From here, we proceed to the Erawan Shrine, an altar where
Believers come to make offering at all times of day, bringing gifts such
as flowers, candles, clay – dolls, etc., and sometimes hiring folk dancers
to offer a show to the Gods.
Our last stop will be at the Pasteur Institute to see venom
being extracted from reptiles at the snake pit.
Travelling from place to place, we will pass by
Their
Majesties official Residence, the Chitlada Palace, the National Assembly
Hall, the Victory Monument, Chulalongkorn University, etc.
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